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@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

Also... what do you think of these [ALL ONE SHOT] non-edited vids I like to keep these ones on the Explore channel! Let me know if youd like to see more!!

@corvairlover

3 ай бұрын

If I was needing a place to stay for over a week but less than a couple months, it would be perfect. I could cook for myself and clean my laundry but no extra services. Would a tourist want an extended stay in that area?

@dianechaniewski293

3 ай бұрын

@@TokyoLensExploreI love videos like this! Just as much as the edited, curated ones. Everything you do is fun and interesting and I truly enjoy the content you put out and being a member of Patreon. Thanks for all you do Norm. Can't wait to meet one day! :)

@andrew_gross

3 ай бұрын

I’m really excited about this news letter.

@cheriestolze

3 ай бұрын

I want to take a trip to Japan and go on a Norm route.

The real MVP is Norm's hair for staying perfectly in place even in high winds.

I'm so used to you showing us really tiny apartments, that I found this one quite spacious 😅

@darklightuk2

3 ай бұрын

Compared to the 'norm' LOL!! the space is huge.

These are legitimately my favorite videos because it feels more realistic than big travel blogs. Like this is clearly a real place that real people stay at. In fact, it's almost like getting a digital postcard from a friend who wants to share their travels with someone who couldn't come along. Which is wonderful :)

That was far less tiny than I had expected, seemed like a really nice apartment and I could easily see myself staying at a place like that for some time.

@hennipap6800

Ай бұрын

Me too^^

@Sacrypheyes

Ай бұрын

most hotel rooms i've had during my trips in japan were tinier than this place.

Norm said he injured himself again. Which makes me wonder about his past with martial arts and drifting and how did he make it this far without losing limb or worst.

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

lol its truly a miracle lol

@EmberMoonprincess92

3 ай бұрын

Clearly his injuries only apply to everyday scenarios

@pratikdey804

3 ай бұрын

​@@EmberMoonprincess92 His name is Norm so he breaks himself

@justinrobotface3084

3 ай бұрын

Norm has casual advanced regenerative abilities. He’s lost all his limbs at least twice.

@KJB__

3 ай бұрын

What did you drift ? Where can i find the vids i'm big car guy

Love to see any small glimpse into places I wouldn't normally get to visit. Thanks for sharing!

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for tagging along!!

360 mountain views, that's something I'd love to have. No wonder it's so windy. I bet during the spring and summer those mountains are gorgeous.

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

they truly are!

I just love your calm and soothing demeanor. When I am stressed, your channel is a place I seek! Take care.

algorithm so good nowadays, i didn't even realize this was a side channel until you mentioned it.

One day! I have been saying this every year for the past 40 years that one day I will go see Japan... :( and every year something gets in the way. I would sell my spleen to be able to spend a month or lifetime in Japan. Lucky for me, I can find youtubers/creators that share their love of this country and the passion for their culture. thank you for sharing I cannot wait till I see your next adventure. I would love to visit this cool little hotel/apartment!

I remember the hermit in the mountains - one of my favorites! It was so obvious the amount of work you put into that one. I recall you were corresponding with the only person who could get you to the elderly gentleman. Not just anyone could go there and you could not get there by car. I can see why the process was long, but your hard work paid off! That video touched me and still affects me to this day. I hope you are someday able to do a follow-up on him. As for smaller but still interesting content, it's just great to see an upload from TokyoLens! Thanks for the tour, it's a really cool place! Take care! ❤️

Norm is definitely that friend you call to hang out when you just need good, positive vibes and you get the best refresh.

@winslow8779

3 ай бұрын

a.k.a, me here watching this video and absorbing good, positive vibes

I'm learning about how wonderful a country Japan is vicariously through you thank you

Beautiful living space!! Knowing nothing about Japanese life I find these just fascinating!! Hope you reach your viewer goal!! 💙

Wow! Your flat was much bigger than I thought; and I misunderstood as you were calling it a room and showing us the communual toilets and showers, I thought you just had a room. That's a flat with living, sleeping, bathroom and kitchen! It looks great!

That is a very nice room. Has everything I would need for a three or more week stay. Happy happy…

That's a quaint place to stay. I like the café and the rooftop bbq space.😊

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

reeeeally wanted to do a bbq but I figured the meat would blow away lol

@shannondore

3 ай бұрын

@TokyoLensExplore Lol! Yeah, it was a bit windy.🤣

Norm, we also enjoy spending this time with you. It’s weirdly calming and a great way to de stress to just check out these cool spaces with you. It also gives me ideas of places to check out because I will visit Japan one day.

I always liked the energy you bring to any and all places you visit or talk about! Also, big ups for the owners to let you film the place, looks like fine place to dine and stay! Keep doing what you do and do it with your own pace and style, my man!

I think the whole hotel setup is amazing! So carefully thought out with enough shared spaces to compensate for the basic rooms. Clean, bright and inviting. It really makes you think about the amount of wasted space we have in North American housing. It would probably be too confining for some people (and, as you pointed out, there's a potential for head injuries!🤣) but it shows what can be done with small spaces if care is taken in the design and planning. Thank you for the tour. I enjoyed it immensely!. Also, thanks for not blowing off the roof in that wind! I know you want to fly, but that is definitely not the way!😂

@phillydisco

3 ай бұрын

There is also a difference culturally that makes this work in Japan and not in the west. The people who use it are respectful on the most part of the place they are staying in, and keep things clean, and aren't going to be causing (criminal) disturbances or drug use, etc... which sadly is what causes low income housing to run down.

@michaelcherry8952

3 ай бұрын

@@phillydisco Sadly, I think you are probably right. This is not to say that in Japan you find people who do not take care of their surroundings (that happens everywhere) and in this particular case, it's a hotel so people that come here have self-imposed behaviours that are culturally expected of "guests". In North America, there is a sense of entitlement that, in extreme cases, leads to the kind of hotel horror stories you hear about. That being said, I think the model of space utilization would be appropriate for low-income housing, so long as the residents feel that they have a stake in keeping the place in good nick.

@phillydisco

3 ай бұрын

@@michaelcherry8952 The ones in Japan aren't always perfect. My mom used to stay in dorm accommodations in Okinawa when she would be there for months, and while cheap, there would be odd sorts of people. But it also had a female only part, which was good. I also stayed there a few times and didnt see any issues with overall cleanliness, or people getting in each other's way. Even the folks who are down and out or have some social or mental issues and can only afford dorm style living, seem to police each other. Not sure if that also is a cultural aspect. Here, if you even look at someone funny, it could turn into a danger situation, so most just ignore bad behavior or keep their head down.

@jnharton

Ай бұрын

It may be "wasted space", but we aren't short on space. And I don't think anyone would willing do without a private bathroom at home. If Americans were a little more comfortable with shared facilities, hotels could definitely serve more people, though.

Absolutely would stay here! It has such cute and cozy calm vibes!! And even though that rooftop was crazy windy, I feel like that gorgeous view would be worth it!!!

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

that view is definitely gold!

I would most definitely stay there if I could! My favorite part was the rooftop bbq area. I love the feeling of wind on your face and the views! Those clouds and the mountains were a beautiful play of light and shadow, and I can just imagine what having a nice, hot cup of coffee there would be like. Thank you for sharing such a lovely place with us.

Such a great video. I prefer these intimate videos myself, so it’s great to see you continuing to push out content. Well done.

I always enjoy these little tours. You do a lot of great work showing us all the gems and beauty Japan has to offer the world.

Loving all your videos, but mostly the improvised, casual nature of this kind of video. I also really loved the abandoned places explorations you did.

Compared to the spaces we usually see you in... you could've told us this room was Tokyo Dome and it'd be believable, it's practically massive compared to most of them. You can full arm spread multiple times over in multiple directions in that room unlike many of the others where you'd be lucky to get elbow room in at least one dimension.

Waaaaa love the colorful slide bath already!! Definitely I’m staying here🤩🎉 how do you find such a hidden neat place to stay always, Tokyo Lens?!❤️

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

That bath just looked like so much fun!

I love your main channel vids, and appreciate how much time and effort you put into them. But I also love videos like these. You are really good at explaining Japanese culture. I have learned a lot from you over the years. I'm finally going to be putting all that knowledge to use in October, coming to Japan for a month. Can't wait to see the Japanese streets at night and relaxing and exploring. Thanks for all you do, and congrats on the impending 1m subs! Awesome job Norm.

I wouldn't hesitate to stay here! It looks like a lovely, fun place to be, relaxing, colourful - and a cat space too! Thank you for this video, Norm, all the videos of yours that I've seen so far I've watched right until the end (which doesn't happen with all the videos I watch on here) and your content is always insightful, entertaining and very interesting and your explanations about things that people might not necessarily think of, like the washer/driers, is really helpful too because that's something I would make sure to remember if I was visiting there myself. Thank you for the amount of sheer hard work you put into making your videos - your number of subscribers is testament to how good your content is.

I really love Japans tiny apartments and the modern design. I really want to be able to live in one these one day.

You're always coming up with these really cool places!! I also love the pure joy and excitement whenever you do show us these places! Much love from Arizona 💜💜

Early congratulations on 1 million subs! I have loved your channel for years and can't wait to see it grow further.

love your content Norm! Thanks for your hard work

Thank you, Norm for sharing your space with us and exploring the building! This is why I watch you, plus you're full of knowledge. I hope to visit Japan one day😊

What fun! Thanks for bringing us along on your adventures

I love these sorts of videos and we are so thankful to have you share them with us!

Yay! Keep these coming. Thank you.

That was such an interesting and well designed space. Thanks for sharing. All the best to everyone.

Way cool! That is a very cute and cool complex! Thank you for sharing Norm!

I didn't realise I wasn't subscribed to this one as well, but worry not that was quickly remedied, thanks for sharing just the everyday with us, this was nice and felt like you were giving a friend a tour of your place, appreciate it as always Norm, keep up the great work :D

The way that I am in love with that view. The amount of unambiguous moments I would have just sitting in front of the window while enjoying a meal. Thank you for taking the time to make this video!!

Thank you. Keep up the great work and keep having fun doing what you do.

Wow the scenery is so beautiful thank you for all you do. You are one of my favorite people to watch. The sweater I got from your site is so soft and I get so many compliments on it and I get to share you with people!

Thanks for the video Norm! I enjoyed this format and just small tour of just an interesting place. Also I got real Mr. Rogers vibes when you were talking about how you like the smaller platforms for connections. Just nice, wholesome, and felt like you were talking directly to me.

I really enjoy your videos. My brother has lived in Japan for over 20 years. I have been to visit once and really loved it. Your videos give me more of a view of other areas in Japan other than where my brother lives and when I visited Mt Fuji and Tokyo.

I love the patio spaces and mountain views. This hotel looks like a great place for a long term stay!

So glad to have been watching for as long as I have. Great video Norm! Can't wait to see you hit that 1mil.

I love these simple walkthrough style video. From the other side of the world, this is really fun watching.

Thanks for another brilliant and fascinating video! What a great place! Your enthusiasm is contagious.

I'm subscribed to all 3 channels and love you sharing Japan with us all. You are almost there to 1 million. ❤

Wow what a beautiful spot, love all those amenities, seems like a very chill environment.

I really appreciate all the work you put into your videos, Norm. It’s what made me become a Patron!

I do hope your injuries healing well man. Thank you a lot for all the content that you put onto your channels for us to watch. Specially since many may not be able to go to the land of the rising sun any time soon.

I just found your channel today as I’m visiting Japan in the future and wanted to get some information on the areas I’m interested in visiting. I started watching two hours ago and have enjoyed all of your videos tremendously. I cracked up at the thrift store vid as that reminded me of my sister and I who love thrifting. I’m no longer anxious about visiting Japan thanks to the information you’ve shared in these videos. I hope your body is healing well after your accident as it must have been a shock to your system. Please continue to do your exercises for your hand as they can make the difference in the healing process. The body is extremely resilient. All the best and keep taking us on those beautiful walks in Japanese countryside.💃🏽

This looks like an amazing place to stay! You always find and share these gems for us thank you!🤩

I love all of your videos amigo. Thanks for sharing this.

Fun vlog. Great venue and personal space. Looking forward to what’s to come 👍🙏😎

Thank you so much for your videos. Such positive energy and commitment. I also really really liked the videos about the tiniest shop; it was like cult to watch the purchase of the shop, wow. You set a high standard for video blogs and especially the topics. 👌🏻

I really really love these exploring video's!

Norm! Love this channel and love Tokyo Lens. The livestreams and hikes and hidden shrines are collectively phenomenal. I think to celebrate 1,000,000, I'd love to see a harder climbing hike, maybe to celebrate the climb to one million and recognize the beauty after the climb. I think it would be a beautiful and simply powerful experience to share.

So fun! I am new to seeing Japanese content and am so impressed with the design and innovation. Thanks!

Cool video Norm. I just live reliving my Japan trips through your channel! G'day from Australia.

Love these snapshots of Japan

The view from the roof is amazing! This is an area I’ve always wanted to visit!

This was lovely Norm - we really appreciate your effort! ❤

What a great lil place!

Great little apartment and such an adorable hotel space!

Congrats on 1 mill subscribers, Norm! You have been gaining pace since I discovered you - not that long ago. I have been binging your videos - love your content. Especially when you are on and about outside of Tokyo, shrine/hiking/scenery (with the Kei-cars

This place looks amazing 😍. I love all the intricate details and how clean it is. I would happily stay there. Stay safe Norm 🫶 and I'm looking forward to your next video

In my view, your living the dream! Thank you for your videos.

I always appreciate the small town/rural videos. I've been able to visit Japan four times now, and I love visiting the smaller cities - Kagoshima, Aoshima and Miyazaki in Kyushu are all great places to visit! The large cities are also great but I've always found the people in the smaller towns to be super friendly and helpful. I'd love to see a video of Sengan-en in Kagoshima, that estate is beautiful!

Great video. A really interesting place to stay plus wonderful views. Thanks for the video ;)

I have been watching you for like a year now. I think every video you make is nice, enjoyable and entertaining to watch. Imo there are not many youtubers or people that can do that. Videos that you may take months or years working on and videos that you may take 1-2 hours or even streams that are live, you are in all of them, energetic, happy and you always display your passion for what you are doing. Thank you for the enjoyable content and hopefully you will continue to find ways to make it interesting and enjoyable for you too.

I always wondered if other countries have posters of random American letters or sayings like we do of other countries, my question was answered @4:32 XD

I love the floors! What an adorable place to stay

Just started watching your channel 2 days ago and I really like your content, can’t stop watching your channel.

That looks like such a warm and rad place.

Love your enthusiasm in all your videos. You manage to make the ordinary "extraordinary". Sure wish you could visit Sakura days in Vancouver. I missed it last year.

@BurritoBabePNW

3 ай бұрын

Agreed!

Love this place, so quirky but useful. Your room is awesome 😊

Looks cozy!

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

very!

Keep Well Norm! I would definitely stay at this space!

This space is insane. Really love the Kagoshima vids!

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

glad you enjoyed it!!

I love it! When I visit Japan at the end of the year, if I'm in the area I'll keep this place in mind!

i'm very excited ^^

The view outside is pretty too. Love all the tiny spaces videos.

Another tiny apartment video love the creativity of the people living in these design wise too

Super cool!!!!!!! Love that place!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That place looks SO cool.

What a great apartment! I love the location and all the amenities and would definitely stay there. In 2010 I was on a long road trip across the US and Canada and I loved how everything I really needed fit in a suitcase and a backpack and I could just get in my car and drive all day to see new things. It was really fun to see how few things I needed to carry around to function.

That place is actually really nice. I'd definitely stay there for a more extended period of time. It has everything you need plus more. I'm glad you're still enjoying content creation. I agree with a good balance of chill walkthrough videos and your bigger projects.

I'm so glad you are close to one million! ❤ You deserve it so much, you are such a great guy!

@TokyoLensExplore

3 ай бұрын

You are so kind

Subscribing to this channel. I love the main channel content but this reminds me of the first time I saw you. I first stumbled on you doing a live neighborhood exploration during the pandemic so this format is welcome.

Thank you for the reviews on tiny apartment. My family and I are going on a trip to Japan next year and we’re exited to look at tiny apartments.

What a cool behind the scenes!

Wonderful Norm.❤

Love your vids, Norm!

Japan just looks so beautiful! I really hope to visit one day

Nice place and wonderful surroundings! If I were travelling alone I probably would stay there. It's definitely an area I would love to check out!

My comfort channel to watch for real💯